The Inside Story Podcast

Southeast Asian nations are gathering for the 2026 ASEAN Summit where topics such as Myanmar and regional security are on the agenda. But officials are gathering amidst an escalating war between the U.S and Iran. So, will the conflict overshadow the other issues facing ASEAN?
In this episode:
Richard Heydarian, Political Scientist.
Phar Kim Ben, Professor in ASEAN studies at International Islamic Univerisity of Malaysia.
Don McLain Gill, Lecturer at De La Salle University.
Host: James Bays
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Khalil al-Hayya has been appointed head of the Hamas political bureau. He played a major role in the ceasefire talks to end Israel's devastating war on Gaza. How significant is his election for both Hamas and the Palestinian territory?
In this episode:
Ibrahim Fraihat, Professor at the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies.
Muhammad Shehada, Senior Fellow at European Council on Foreign Relations.
Max Rodenbeck, Project Director for Israel and Palestine at International Crisis Group.
Host: James Bays
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Ukraine hits back after Russia carries out one of its largest missile attacks of the war. At the same time, Kyiv is dealing with demonstrations and the political fallout following the dismissal of the defence minister. How will the president handle the crisis?
In this episode:
Olesia Horiainova, Co-founder and deputy head of the Ukrainian Security and Cooperation Center
Glenn Diesen, Professor of International Relations at the University of South-East Norway
Bob Seely, Foreign affairs security analyst and stakeholder in the defence tech company, Trypillian
Host: James Bays
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From mayor to prime minister. Labour Party leader Andy Burnham has promised to steer the UK in a new direction. He'll have to balance challenges at home with growing uncertainty abroad. So, what will his appointment mean for Britain's role and position on the international stage?
In this episode:
Jonathan Tonge, Professor of Politics, University of Liverpool.
Laurel Rapp, Director, US and North America Program, Chatham House.
Mihir Sharma, Principal Research Fellow, Institute for Public Policy Research.
Host: James Bays
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No safety or security for Palestinians in Gaza. A truce is in place, but Israeli strikes target the Strip nearly every day. Hundreds of people have been killed since it took effect in October. So, what's the purpose of the ceasefire deal? What can be done to bring the attacks to an end?
In this episode:
Xavier Abu Eid - political analyst and former Communications Director for the Palestine Liberation Organization
Julie Norman - Associate Fellow with the Middle East and North Africa Programme at Chatham House
Gideon Levy - a columnist at Haaretz newspaper
Host: Scott McLean
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